Valentine's Day: where to go?

Published on 04/28/2024 17:25

Want to send you in the air for Valentine's Day? You are not alone! More than 4 French out of 5 dream of going to celebrate February 14 abroad. And here is where they would go.

For Valentine's Day you have planned jewelry and / or flowers and / or chocolate? It's a bit repetitive, is not it? Especially as this year, the French seem to have the swing. Indeed, according to a YouGov study carried out for Transavia France, 81% of us believe that a weekend abroad would be one of the best ways to celebrate the feast of the lovers. A good word ...

Venice, the capital of love

According to the survey, 40% of French men and women agree that Venice is the perfect destination for 14 February. It is sure that this port city of the north-east of Italy has everything to please and does not bear its nickname of 'city of the lovers' for nothing!
Sited on 118 small islands connected by a network of canals and bridges, Venice is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Dubbed the "City of the Doges" , the city has an inestimable architectural and cultural heritage. Famous for its canals, its gondolas, its many churches, St. Mark's Square, Doge's Palace, Bridge of Sighs, its Biennale and even its carnival, the city has all the charm of Italy ... and the same enticing gastronomic specialties.

Lisbon, the charm of Portugal

Lisbon, the city of a thousand colors, ranks ^2nd position by winning 11% of votes. Far behind Venice, certainly. But ^2nd place anyway! It must be said that the Portuguese capital has more than one trump card. The Tower of Belem and the Castle of St. George are among the architectural curiosities to be discovered in the most populous city of the country. On the gastronomic side, there will no longer be disappointment for gourmets. Besides the cod (obviously), the Portuguese love pastry (pasteis de nata). To be enjoyed by listening to fado, the local blues.

Vienna, the Imperial

Just behind Lisbon, Vienna, the Austrian capital, closes the top 3 destinations that make the French dream for Valentine's Day. Thanks to its rich history, Vienna boasts a remarkable cultural and architectural heritage and its historic center has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2001. Operas, castles, palaces ... charm of romantic architecture. To relax and warm up, you enter a traditional café to taste a strudel. What's more perfect to live an unforgettable Valentine's Day ?!

Do not want to organize a romantic weekend? Discover our selection of gifts and goumandises to offer for Valentine's Day.